Why Do Cats Get In Your Face While You Sleep
Olivia Luz
Cats constantly reinforce their claim of ownership on their humans.
Cats enjoy the warmth and scent of your head. Your cat will likely crawl onto your pillow and sleep in close proximity to your face. They will see us sleeping but they want that extra reassurance that we are there. Sometimes taking up residence on your face is the only way a cat can get your attention and sometimes the bed is the only place the cat can catch up with you if you re particularly busy.
They may also be seeking reassurance that we are alive. My firm impression is that cats sniff our face while we sleep to seek reassurance that we are there and are still with them. Cats sleep by your head because it s much safer. Your cat will notice that you toss and turn in bed and sleeping on your pillow removes the risk of being squashed.
Don t forget that cats are active at night. As part of the deal they also get a warm place and warm breath that smells of their human. Your cat might be standing on your face because it s the only way to get your attention.
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